Introducing Mariazell
Situated on the slopes of the lower reaches of the eastern Alps, the pretty town of Mariazell is one of Austria’s icons. It offers opportunities for hiking, mountain biking and skiing, but what makes Mariazell so well known is its status as Austria’s most important pilgrimage site. Its basilica, founded in 1157, holds a sacred statue of the Virgin, and busloads of Austrians flock to the site on weekends and on 15 August (Assumption) and 8 September (Mary’s ‘name day’).
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Last updated: Mar 2, 2009
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Re: Help with Austria itinerary
by GerryS 15 February 2012
Don't forget Mariazell, probably the most beautiful place in Austria!
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RE: Tentative Itinerary for 3 Month Trip
by bristolnewbie 18 January 2012
Are you looking for suggestions for a logical route between these places? I guess you travel by public transport, since you mentioned…
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Tentative Itinerary for 3 Month Trip
by bcboy97 18 January 2012
Hi! I posted previously with a general schedule of my trip [here|http://www.lonelyplanet.com/thorntree/thread.jspa?messageID=19335744]…
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